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I Chose a Non-Jew--and the Non-Jew Chose JudaismBy Lyssa Friedman
A personal narrative of a woman whose partner converted to Judaism while she remained conflicted.
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Why January 1 is Special: Even Jesus was Circumcised on the Eighth Day
By Rabbi Bruce KaddenGeneral information article about the Christian celebration of January 1 as the day of Jesus’ circumcision.
Date: 07-26-2006 -
A Conversation with Julia Schulman, Mother of Two Daughters Adopted from China
By Charlotte Honigman-SmithInterview with a woman raising two adopted Chinese-American daughters describing how she converted them to Judaism directly upon their arrival in the states.
Date: 11-05-2006 -
Where to Have a Circumcision: At the Hospital or at Home?
By Terry R. BardA professional view that discusses the pros and cons of having a bris at home or in the hospital.
Date: 06-21-2006 -
Samantha Caitlyn Kennedy's Jewish Baby Naming
By Staci KennedyA personal narrative from a woman who was told she couldn’t hold a standard bris at her Conservative synagogue because her non-Jewish husband isn’t allowed on the bimah when the ark is open.
Date: 08-01-2012 -
When the Interfaith Couple Considers Adoption
By Ellen S. GlazerProfessional view from a social worker describing the various considerations interfaith families should address when looking to adopt a child.
Date: 08-01-2012 -
Raising a Jewish-Guatemalan Child
By Debra A.W. BergerProfessional advice about how to incorporate aspects of an adopted child’s culture into daily life.
Date: 08-14-2006 -
Jewish Bris Ceremony Shows You're Never Too Young for Tradition
By Sam McManisReprinted profile of Dr. Fred Kogen, "mohel to the stars," and a real cut-up himself.
Date: 07-26-2006 -
Dual Identity, Double the Questions: It's Not Easy Being Jewish and Chinese
By Sarah Price BrownArticle on Asian children growing up in Jewish families and the challenges they face reconciling their dual identities.
Date: 11-20-2006 -
Does Circumcision Reduce the Risk of Contracting HIV?
By Rabbi Donni C. AaronOp-ed from the head of the Reform movement’s mohel-training program on the health benefits of circumcision.
Date: 05-18-2007 -
A Conspicuous Family
By Gina HaglerPersonal narrative from a converted Jew who is raising adopted Korean children as Jews with her husband, and is looking for a synagogue that feels right.
Date: 11-20-2006
